Hello Mount Pleasant! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Cost of living strain, an inclusive swim night, and a 50th anniversary celebration + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Cost of living strain grows: New data released Monday shows nearly 130,000 Tri-County households falling short of basics, with nearly one in three below the ALICE threshold. A family of four needs $91,344 annually -- see the hardship data.
A bold new season: Charleston Gaillard Center announced the 2026–2027 Boundless season, bringing Beeple and Sō Percussion to iconic and unexpected Charleston venues. Tickets go on sale June 26 -- see what’s coming next.
Retail portfolio changes hands: Continental Realty Corp. sold Sweetgrass Corner and The Shops at Towne Centre Way on Highway 17, leased to tenants like Trader Joe's and Golf Galaxy. Buyer and price undisclosed -- see the property sale.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Upgrade your vase game: From daily deliveries to full-on wedding magic, CC BLOOM Florals & Events turns last-minute apologies, desk upgrades, and weekend dinner tables into small victories. Set a weekly or monthly flower subscription, and let your Mount Pleasant home smell like you actually remembered to buy candles this time.
Humidity-proof playtime: Because sometimes you need to channel your inner Mario Kart without braving I-526, Charleston Fun Park has go-karts, mini-golf, a climbing wall, paintball, a jump house and an arcade. Easy weeknight pick or kid-bribe material, plus it works when Charleston humidity says nope.
Playground with a view: Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park keeps weekends easy. Let the kids storm the nautical-themed play area modeled after the Ravenel, then stroll the 1,250-foot pier for harbor breezes, people-watching, and a soft-serve from River Watch Cafe while you snag a swing and decompress.
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🎉 Tri-County FOP 50th Anniversary Celebration @ Tri-County FOP Lodge #3 Meeting Hall (Hanahan) | Saturday (6/27) at 11:00 AM – Head to the Lodge to toast 50 years of Tri-County FOP keeping watch in the Lowcountry. Barbecue with all the sides, birthday cake, kid and adult beverages, a water slide for the grandkids, and enough camaraderie to make you linger, swap a few war stories.
🏊 Inclusive Swim Night - June 28, 2026 @ Palmetto Islands County Park | Sunday (6/28) at 6:30 PM – Skip the beach chaos and slide into a sensory-friendly waterpark swim for individuals with disabilities, their families, and caregivers. Accessible parking, quiet zones, and water wheelchairs await, all for $4 per person, pass holders and under-2s free, and yes, a paid chaperone is required.
🚜 Barn Jam July 1 @ Awendaw Green | Wednesday (7/1) at 5:30 PM – Awendaw Green’s Barn Jam brings original tunes to Sewee Outpost, a no-fuss porch-swing night we brag about. BYOB, eats from The Roost Bar and Grille plus Holy City Popcorn, leashed dogs welcome, rain or shine, $10 cash only at gate, kids under 12 free.
🎆 4th of July Weekend Bash @ Mainland Container Co. Kitchen & Bar | Thursday (7/2) at 5:00 PM – Skip the beach parking drama and post up at Mainland Container Co. for a Fourth weekend of live music, festive cocktails, and favorite menu specials. Bring the crew, have a great time, then stop by again for four days of breezy backyard vibes.
🎆 4th of July Fireworks and Festival @ Mount Pleasant / Charleston KOA Holiday (Mt Pleasant) | Saturday (7/4) at 11:30 AM – Whether you call it the Fourth or just the best excuse to picnic in public, this fest runs all day and caps with fireworks. Expect lawn-chair diplomacy, food that smells like summer, live tunes, and neighbors you recognize by their dog, or their cooler.
🎆 Fourth of July Splash Bash in Mt Pleasant | Saturday (7/4) at 12:00 PM – Skip backyard grill duty and celebrate the Fourth poolside with a package that covers BBQ credit for two, two drinks, a live DJ, and family-friendly pool games. Nothing says independence like supervising cannonballs, sipping something cold, and letting someone else do the work.
🎉 MomKations Gala @ MomKations- The Ultimate Mommy Getaway | Saturday (7/18) at 6:00 PM – Think you remember how to dress up without packing snacks? The inaugural MomKations Gala salutes the moms and moms-at-heart who keep this town stitched together, with sisterhood, special guests, and real recognition, plus the rare gift of no bedtime routine to negotiate.
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
06 — From our sponsor Heads up for pet parentsTogether with our sponsor Lemonade. Nothing prepares you for a late-night emergency at the vet. I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. From the initial exam fee just to be seen, to x-rays, surgery, medication, and follow-up visits… the bill racks up fast (to say the least). And at that moment? You’re not thinking about your savings, you’re just saying yes to whatever keeps them thriving. As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Pet Insurance. It was too late for me, but you could save thousands on your next vet bill with *Lemonade. |
07 — The Mount Pleasant report Weather forecastToday — High: 88°F — Low: 75°F — Precip: 14%
Sunny, with a high near 88. Northeast wind 7 to 12 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 75. East wind 1 to 9 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 90°F — Low: 77°F — Precip: 2%
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